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International day for persons with disabilities on 3rd December - Note on schemes for the welfare of persons with disabilities and concessions available to them. The Government of India is committed for the realization of full participation, protection of rights, and equal opportunities to all including persons with disabilities. India is a country where most of the population lives in the rural areas and accessing the health and rehabilitation services has always been a challenge. In a Backgrounder issued yesterday, a brief summary of the major steps initiated by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment in this direction were given. Following is the Background Note on the legislative and Institutional framework along with the major schemes of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for the welfare of the People with Disabilities (PwDs). The Note also contains information on facilities and concessions available to PwDs under other central schemes which are being run by other Union Ministries. OFFER ON INTERNATIONAL DISABILITY DAY Wheelchair @ 4499 INR Tricycle @ 6500 INR Legislative Framework: There are four important legislations dealing on disabilities issues- The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, has laid the foundation of recognition of rights for Persons with Disabilities and has facilitated development of specific programmes for their education, rehabilitation, employment, non-discrimination and social security. The Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992 regulates and monitors training of rehabilitation professionals and personnel. The National Trust for the welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities Act, 1999, aims at enabling and empowering persons with disabilities to live independently as fully as possible in their community. Mental Health Act, 1987, address to the specific needs of persons with ment

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced relaxation in HIPAA rules for covered entities and business associates who participate in good faith in the COVID-19 testing site operation. It doesn't stop there, but HIPAA penalties won't apply to covered healthcare providers for practicing telehealth medicine using third-party applications such as Skype or Facebook Messenger

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced relaxation in HIPAA rules for covered entities and business associates who participate in good faith in the COVID-19 testing site operation.

Ergo 115 is equipped with the Unique S-Ergo (Smart Ergo) S shaped seat.S-Ergo design was developed over two years, after extensive testing by Karma's Research and Development Department. The result is a leap forward in wheelchair design.Ergo 115 is a lightweight aluminium wheelchair with a number of useful features.Ergo 115 features an ergonomic 'S' shape which improves pressure distribution and prevents users slipping down in the chair. The seat and backrest fabric are made from a mesh material and there are removeable seat and backrest pads.Ergo 115 has a dual braking system with slowing brakes at the pushing handles and parking brakes at the wheels which are convenient for the user. The footrests are removeable and the back fold down to make the chair compact to load in to the boot of a car. S-Ergo seat provides pressure relief and prevents slipage Specially Aegis treated seat upholstery reduces stains and odours Outrigged arms minimize the overall width of the chair Steamline oval tubes enhance looks and streangth Wire brake, fixed armrests, detachable footrests Wide arm pads for extra support Aircraft grade aluminium breaks down to just 8kg The Karma S-Ergo 115 folds to a width of 30cm making it ideal for carrying on any sized vehicle in the Hitchmate Wheelchair Carrier

Standard Wheelchair are the most frequently used wheelchair. Standard wheelchair weigh over 35 pounds. without the front riggings, have a seat width and depth between 16 and 20 inches, and have fixed or detachable armrests. Almost all standard wheelchairs can support up to 250 pounds.This very functionally designed, folding, stainless steel wheelchair is fitted with removable armrests and swingaway detachable footrests.They also can be bought with various wheelchair accessories such as attendant brakes. Hip Width: Use this to figure seat width if it is the widest point. Chest Width: Measure the widest point of the thorax just below the arm pit. This measurement may influence system width or back width. Heel to Knee: Use this for legrest extensions and seat height. Shoulder Height: This will determine the height and the style of the back panel or the start for a custom back. Head Height: This will help determine the proper headrest height. Features- Supplied with swingaway removable legrests, calf strap and removable armrests Folding frame for easy storage and transportation Breathable padded nylon upholstery (vinyl upholstery option available) Rear backrest upholstery storage pocket

EHR technology increases performance in terms of meaningful use and helps to implement improvement activities efficiently. Patient portals, user-friendly websites, adopting technology are great ways to improve patients' outcomes. Thus, allowing patients the ease to enroll and get prescriptions is a huge step towards a progressive healthcare system